DC Unveils Mobile Fighting Game DCKO Amidst Injustice 3 Anticipation

DC announced "DCKO," a new free-to-play mobile fighting game, on July 20, 2026. The reveal of this mobile title has generated confusion among the fighting game community, particularly among fans who have been awaiting a new "Injustice" console game.

"DCKO" is a 2v2 tag fighter developed by Drop Fake, Inc., an independent studio based in British Columbia. It features collectible and RPG elements, allowing players to level up fighters, unlock new stats, and boost their abilities using in-game currency. The game is scheduled for release in 2027. It is self-published by Drop Fake, Inc. and officially licensed through Warner Bros. Game Interactive on behalf of DC.

This announcement contrasts with fan expectations, as nearly ten years have passed since the last "Injustice" game was released in 2017. Fans have hoped for a third installment in the franchise, especially since NetherRealm publicly confirmed in May 2025 that it would no longer add content to "Mortal Kombat 1" in order to focus on the studio’s "next project."

This project is widely rumored to be "Injustice 3," with MP1st reporting in April 2026 that the game was in "active development" at NetherRealm. Further speculation arose from voice actors for Superman and Aquaman, who reportedly hinted at their involvement in now-deleted social media posts, and an artist who listed "Injustice 3" on their Artstation portfolio. Ed Boon, director at NetherRealm, also fueled anticipation on July 16 with an "Injustice 1 Super Move Tournament" poll on X.

Despite the "DCKO" announcement, it does not appear to have interrupted development at NetherRealm, which has reportedly known what its next game would be for some time.

According to IGN, the differing nature of the mobile game from NetherRealm's console titles has contributed to the fan reaction.